How Do You Spell MCKENNEY?

Pronunciation: [məkˈɛnɪ] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "McKenney" may seem confusing at first glance. However, by using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription, it can be easily understood. The correct pronunciation is /məˈkɛni/. The first syllable is unstressed and pronounced as "muh," followed by a stressed "ken" sound. The final syllable is pronounced as "nee," which is the conventional spelling for the "ney" sound. While the spelling may have evolved over time, the IPA transcription clearly defines the pronunciation of this commonly used surname.

Etymology of MCKENNEY

The word "McKenney" is a surname that is of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Coinnich", meaning "son of Coinneach". "Coinneach" itself is a Gaelic given name that means "handsome" or "comely". Over time, "Mac Coinnich" evolved to "MacKenzie" in Scotland, and later variations such as "McKenney" appeared.

Similar spelling words for MCKENNEY

• mcshane,
• mckane,
• mcsweeney,
• McCann,
• mceuen,
• mckeown,
• McCane,
• mckeon,
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• mcqueeney,
• mcginn,
• mchaney,
• mcqueen,
• mchone,
• McKinny,
• mcconn,
• McSween,
• McKenny,
• McGann,
• mccanna,
• mccune,
• mckeen,
• McGuinn,
• McCowen,
• McKiney,
• McGowen,
• mcewen,
• mcewan,
• mccuen,
• McKinney,
• McKinnie,
• mcquinn,
• McKenna.